James Clifton Copeland
James Clifton Copeland, 73, formerly of Winnie, died Friday, September 28, 2018. He was born on November 2, 1944, in Beaumont, to Frances Elaine Bond Copeland and Woodrow Clifton Copeland. James served in the United States Air Force, pastored for thirty-five years, and was serving as a Project Manager for Wybank Land Services.
James began preaching in 1971. The majority of his ministry was spent in Tyler, Texas and in Winnie, Texas. His ministry has changed many lives. He was a man who practiced what he preached and lived his life as an example of what it meant to follow Jesus.
James was all about his family. He was a loving husband, father, but spent his last 28 years spoiling his grandkids and great-grandkids. Their passions became his passion, and he made it a priority to support them to the best of his ability.
Survivors include his wife, Molly Copeland of Bullard; son, Tray Copeland of Bullard; daughter, Trini Lezak and her husband, Michael, of Winnie; grandchildren, Justin Lezak and his wife, Halee; Jarred Lezak and his girlfriend, Emma Austin; Gracie Copeland; and Audrey Copeland; great-grandchildren, Parker James Lezak and Asher Michael Lezak; and sisters, Dena Williams and her husband, Robert and Kay Lewis and her husband, Jay.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Joyce Howell; and twin grandsons, Cody and Caleb Lezak.
A gathering of Mr. Copeland’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Monday, October 1, 2018, at Broussard’s, 134 West Buccaneer Drive, Winnie. His funeral service will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 2, 2018, at Cornerstone Church, 3810 Highway 124, Winnie, with his interment following at Fairview Cemetery, Winnie.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Copeland’s memory to Cornerstone Church, 3810 Highway 124, Winnie, Texas 77665.
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Fairview Cemetery
Fairview Cemetery
- 223 cemetery dr winnie tx 77665
Funeral Service
Funeral Service
- 3810 hwy 124 winnie tx 77665
- 10/02/2018
- 2:00 pm
- 134 w. buccaneer drive- winnie tx 77665
- 10/01/2018
- 8:56 am
Comments
Jana K. Brunet
Trini and Family, My deepest sympathy for your loss. May all the Wonderful Memories bring Healing and Peace. Jana K. Brunet.
Tura A Zapata
A true pastor and teacher! Thank you Jim and Molly. for being a blessing in my life.
Virginia Lea Rothwell
My love and eternal gratitude for Pastor Jim, .Molly, Trini, Mike and Tray has no boundaries. Please know that my entire family is upholding you in prayer and love through this extremely difficult painful time.
Steven Mullenax
My deepest sympathies go out to the entire Copeland family. Pastor Jim was an integral part of my life growing up and has always been an important figure in my life. I am saddened to hear of his sudden passing and my heart breaks for his family and friends during this difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Tom Stiles
I will always remember James as a kind and gentle man who was a strong Christian. We worked together in Wybank. There were many times James and I would discuss church as he being a pastor and me directing music in many churches. We always had the same conclusion that God gave us the way to reach our Heavenly Father through Jesus Christ. James is in Heaven looking down on us with a quiet presence. He was such a good man. We will miss him.
Bill and Carolyn
Thoughts and prayers to you, Molly, and your family. We have so many fond memories of you and Jim in Japan and since reconnecting in Texas.....will call soon..sending our love.
SUZIE ORTEGO
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Love, Suzie and Kenny Ortego
Kay Copeland Lewis
You couldn't ask for a better brother although he loved playing jokes on you,, ( he got that from our dad) He was a lot of fun when he was with us. Most of his time was with Molly So glad she ended up my sister in law.. I will meet you in Heaven, my beloved brother Aging, TILL THEN, REST IN PEACE JIM
Kay Copeland Lewis
You couldn't ask for a better brother although he loved playing jokes on you,, ( he got that from our dad) He was a lot of fun when he was with us. Most of his time was with Molly So glad she ended up my sister in law.. I will meet you in Heaven, my beloved brother Aging, TILL THEN, REST IN PEACE JIM
Patricia Jeffery
So sorry to hear of the loss of Pastor Jim!!!!! He was such a blessing for me and my children... Love, Patricia
Rodney, Natalie, Ethan & Emma
Trini and family~ Our sincerest heartfelt condolences♥️
Don & Glenda Brown
Our deepest sympathies to Molly and the entire Copeland family. We just learned of Jimmy's passing from our mutual friends Bill and Carolyn Brock. We have very fond memories of our time together in the Air Force in Misawa Japan. Jimmy will be missed but not forgotten. Prayers for the family. Love Don & Glenda
Rachelle Davis
Dear Molly, Trini, Tray and all the family - Our prayers are with you during this time. With our love, Rachelle & Brian
Sam and Sharon Myers
So sorry about Jim’s heartattack. We have so many wonderful memories of ya’ll. We know he’s having a glorious time with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ..We pray that God will comfort and help thru this time. We send our hugs to you, Molly, Trini, and Trey. We wish we could be there tomorrow to be with you. Sending all our love. Sam and Sharon Myers
Kent Sheffield
Dear Molly, Trini, Tray and Copeland Family, our hearts grieve with you during this time of loss. We pray for God's strength and peace for all of you during the coming days. With love, Kent, Tayma, Amber & Ashlyn Sheffield
Rick Erps
My sincere condolences for your loss. James was such a good man & a positive light. He will be missed. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. May GOD bless, give strength & comfort your family.
W. J.
Our condolences to the family: May your pain be lessened by the promise that our love ones can live again. Read these promises at Job 14:13;Isaiah 26:19; John 5:28,29 and John 11:11,14-44. For more comfort please visit our website: jw.org and view the faith strengthening video: Is There Hope for the Dead? ?
Beth Hampton Arnold
Molly and family - I am just learning of Jimmy's passing and it's the day of the service and I can't be there. This breaks my heart. No way in this amount of space can I explain what Jimmy meant to me. He was such a major part of my spiritual life. As youth leaders you both were amazing witnesses to the love of Christ and how we should be his hands and his feet. I cherish all the times I spent with you and the relationship we shared. No doubt Jimmy is very happy right now spending time with Jesus! I love you all!
ARLENE K GASPARD
Dear Molly and family, Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of Bro. Jim. We admired and respected Bro. Jim so much. We're so very sorry we could not be there with you all during this difficult time. You all are in our constant thoughts and prayers. We love you, Arlene, Roy, and Jamie
Peggy McKinney Coleman
Sorry to hear about Jimmy. The family is in my thoughts and prayers
Alfonso Vargas
Got the news about my dear Pastor friend Jim Copeland graduation to Heaven was honored to know him and his precious Wife Molly and his children our love and prayers and this difficult time love y’all!
Lem Pickle
So sorry to hear of the untimely passing of a great friend and co-worker. May the Lord lift the hearts of Molly and all the family at this time of sorrow and be blessed in every way. Lem
Sharon Jones York
My dear Mollie, so very sad about the loss of Jimmie. You and your family are in my heart and prayers. I know you are so loss. Believe in our Heavenly Father with prayers. He is always with you. And His love will guide you through your grief. With love and support. Sharon